Samaritan Daytop Village
Location
Blauvelt, New York
The Registered Nurse provides skilled nursing care, medical assessments, and medication administration for individuals in acute behavioral health crises. They collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to stabilize patients and coordinate crisis intervention and safety planning.
Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program with an active New York State RN license and CPR/BLS certification. Experience in behavioral health or detoxification settings is preferred, though new graduates with a strong interest in crisis intervention may be considered.
Performs comprehensive nursing assessments upon admission and throughout the client's stay, including vital signs and medical screenings Monitors for signs of withdrawal using standardized protocols such as CIWA-Ar and COWS Administers prescribed medications, including psychotropics, MOUD, and withdrawal-management medications Collaborates with psychiatrists and nurse practitioners on medication orders and reconciliation Provides health education to clients and families on medication management, harm reduction, and overdose prevention Responds to medical emergencies and monitors clients for signs of medical decompensation or suicidality Maintains accurate and timely medical records in the Electronic Health Record (Avatar), including the MAR and nursing notes Participates in multidisciplinary rounds and case conferences to coordinate crisis intervention and safety planning Supports infection control and environment-of-care requirements to ensure a safe clinical setting Provides clinical direction to LPNs and medical assistants to ensure high-quality patient care Follows agency policies and protocols
Graduate of an accredited Registered Nursing program (ADN or BSN); BSN preferred Active and unrestricted New York State Registered Professional Nurse license Minimum of one year of nursing experience preferred, ideally in behavioral health, emergency departments, or detoxification settings; new graduates with a strong interest in crisis intervention may be considered Current CPR/BLS certification required; ACLS certification preferred Working knowledge of psychiatric medications, withdrawal protocols (CIWA, COWS), and MOUD Strong clinical assessment skills with the ability to respond effectively to medical emergencies or psychiatric crises Proficiency in documenting within Electronic Health Records (Avatar experience preferred) Commitment to a trauma-informed, recovery-oriented, and non-judgmental approach to patient care Demonstrated empathy and respect when working with individuals and families in acute distress
This is a full-time non-exempt role with an hourly rate of $46.70-$55.37 (annualized at 35 hours a week to $85,000-$100,786) with a full benefits package. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 25 days of paid time off, access to a retirement account with an employer to match and tuition reimbursement. This role is located in Blauvelt, NY. #li-onsite #Indeed-HP
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